McIlrath Leads Hershey to AHL Calder Cup Title
Published on June 22, 2023 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Moose Jaw Warriors News Release
Dylan McIlrath and the Hershey Bears came away with the AHL's Calder Cup title on Wednesday night.
The Bears topped the Coachella Valley Firebirds in Game 7 on Wednesday night, coming back from a 2-0 deficit to win 3-2 in overtime.
McIlrath, a Moose Jaw Warriors alum from 2008-12, captained the Bears to the championship, finishing with a goal and two points in 20 playoff games.
This is the second time that McIlrath has won the Calder Cup after helping the Grand Rapids Griffins to the title in 2016-17.
Hershey won four one-goal games during the final series against Coachella Valley.
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